Last Updated: 22/11/2025

Habitly (“we”, “our”, “us”) provides a personal habit and task management application. We are committed to protecting your privacy in compliance with international privacy laws, including GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, COPPA, and other global regulations.

By using Habitly, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account Information

To create an account or sign in, we collect:

• Name

• Email address

• Google Sign-In information

• Authentication identifiers

We may update the types of information we collect as the app evolves.

1.2 Habit & App Data

We store the following to deliver core features:

• Habit names

• Descriptions and notes

• Notification times

• Reminder schedules

• Progress tracking and streaks

• Logs and completion history
  
  

1.3 Device & Technical Information

To improve app performance and diagnostics:

• Device model

• Operating System

• IP address

• App usage analytics

• Crash logs

• Language, timezone

• App version & device identifiers
  
  

1.4 Automatically Collected Data

We may collect:

• Interaction data (screen usage, tap events)

• Background task performance

• Notification delivery metrics
  
  

2. Lawful Basis for Data Processing (GDPR Requirement)

For users in the EU/UK, we process data under these lawful bases:

• Contractual necessity: To provide core Habitly features

• Legitimate interest: Analytics, crash reporting, improving app quality

• Consent: Notifications, optional features, and Google Sign-In

• Compliance with legal obligations: Fraud prevention, abuse protection

3. Permissions We Use

• Internet Access

• Notifications

• Background tasks (to deliver reminders)

• Storage access (for cached files/settings)

• Other permissions required for future features

We request only the minimum permissions necessary.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Provide core app features

• Authenticate your account

• Save habits and logs

• Deliver timely reminders

• Track progress and streaks

• Improve performance and stability

• Analyze anonymous usage statistics

• Detect, prevent, and address misuse

We do not sell or rent personal data.

5. Data Sharing & Third-Party Services

We share data only with:

5.1 Appwrite (Backend Service)

Used for:

• Authentication

• Secure storage

• Cloud functions
  
  

5.2 Analytics and Crash Reporting Tools

(If enabled, e.g., Expo Services, Sentry, Firebase Crashlytics)

Used solely to improve app performance.

5.3 Legal Compliance

We may disclose information only if required by:

• Law enforcement

• Regulatory authorities

• Legal processes
  
  

We never share data with other users or third-party advertisers.

6. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in data centers outside your country.

We ensure:

• GDPR-compliant Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)

• Secure encryption in transit and at rest

• Industry-standard protection measures
  
  

7. Premium Features & Payments

Habitly may introduce premium features later.

Payments will be securely processed by:

• Google Play Billing

• Apple In-App Purchase

• Or trusted third-party payment providers

We do not store credit/debit card information.

This policy will update when premium features launch.

8. Data Retention

We retain your data as long as needed to provide the service.

If you delete your account:

• All habits, logs, and profile data will be permanently deleted

• Backups may retain encrypted records for a limited time (industry standard)
  
  

9. Your Rights (Global Compliance)

Depending on your region, you may have the right to:

GDPR (EU/UK)

• Access your data

• Correct inaccurate data

• Delete data (“Right to be Forgotten”)

• Data portability

• Restrict or object to processing

• Withdraw consent
  
  

California (CCPA/CPRA)

• Know what data is collected

• Request deletion

• Opt-out of data sharing

• Non-discrimination for exercising rights
  
  

Canada (PIPEDA)

• Access and correction rights

• Transparency about data usage
  
  

All Users Worldwide

• Request account deletion

• Request data export
  
  

You can exercise these rights by contacting us at:
📩 habitly.in@gmail.com

10. Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

Habitly is available for all ages.

However:

• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verified parental consent.

• If you believe a child has provided personal information without permission, contact us, and we will delete the data immediately.
  
  

11. Security Measures

We implement industry-leading security:

• Encrypted communication (HTTPS/TLS)

• Encrypted data storage via Appwrite

• Secure authentication

• Access control

• Regular updates and audits

No system can guarantee perfect security, but we take all reasonable precautions.

12. Policy Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy as the app evolves.

You will be notified through:

• App updates

• In-app messages

• Updated policy date
  
  

13. Contact Information

For questions, requests, or privacy concerns:

Habitly
India
📧 habitly.in@gmail.com